Sheet Metal Fabricator / Plasma Operator

Sheet Metal Fabricator / Plasma Operator

Location: Herne Bay, Kent

Salary: £14.00 – £18.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm (Overtime available at 1.5x)

Contract: 12 week Temporary to Permanent

Contek Recruitment Solutions are currently representing a well-established, sheetmetal fabrication specialist  in Kent who are seeking skilled Sheet Metal Workers / Fabricators and Plasma Cutters to join their expanding workshop team.

Operating out of a modern fabrication facility producing rectangular and spiral ductwork, ventilation systems, and commercial extraction units, our client is looking for experienced hands to support their growing production demand.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricating rectangular and spiral ductwork using mild and galvanized steel (up to 1mm thickness).
• Operating workshop machinery including press brakes, guillotines, and folding equipment.
• Operating CNC Plasma Cutters
• Reading and working directly from technical CAD drawings and production schedules.
• Maintaining high standards of accuracy, structural strength, and finish on all manufactured components.
• Working effectively as part of a busy 25-person workshop team to hit production deadlines.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Sheet Metal Worker, Fabricator, or CNC Plasma Operator within a workshop environment.
• Direct experience in ductwork fabrication, HVAC systems, or thin-gauge metal sheet work (galvanized/mild steel).
• Confident operating press brakes, guillotines, and manual/automated fabrication tools.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Benefits & Working Hours

• Standard shift: 8:00am – 4:30pm, Monday to Friday.
• Overtime paid at Time and a Half 
• Opportunities for long-term permanent progression following an initial 3-month agency period.
• Work within a supportive, well-equipped, and safety-focused production facility.